City Parks

Overview

The Parks Division of the McAllen Parks and Recreation Department maintains all McAllen city parks. Currently, McAllen has 25 city parks. The oldest park, Archer Park, was opened in 1912 and the newest park, Los Encinos Park was welcomed to our city on June 23, 1998. The Department works with local residents and city officials to ensure that city parks are of the highest standards. Parks improvements occur frequently as do development of new parks and facilities.

City Parks

Airport Park

2201 S. 26th St. - 11 Acres
This park offers a variety of activities for everyone. A large picnic area surrounded by ash and mesquite trees provides a wonderful atmosphere for fun and relaxation. Children will enjoy the playground area that has plenty of play equipment. And the sports enthusiast will love the basketball court, sand volleyball court and softball/baseball fields. Airport Park also features a barbecue pavilion that can be rented through the Department.

Archer Park

This beautiful park named after McAllen's first mayor is the City's oldest and is one of the remaining historic landmarks in the City. In the center of the park stands a gazebo which was originally dedicated as a bandstand in 1918. Archer Park plays hosts to many of the City's Special Events including Candlelight Posada and Shakespeare in the Park.

Balboa Park

2611 Covina - 1 acre
A neighborhood park designed for those who want to enjoy the outdoors in a park setting. Picnic tables and playground equipment are available for all to enjoy.

Cascade Park

1000 Bales Rd. - 15 acres
This park is perfect for picnics of all sizes. A variety of playground equipment and a sand volleyball court are available. And right next door is Cascade Pool. The park also features a softball/baseball field and barbecue pavilion, both of which can be rented from the Parks and Recreation Department.

Daffodil Park

4200 Daffodil - 10 acres
This area is a soon to be developed neighborhood park site. Currently, playground equipment is installed.

Doc Neuhaus Park

700 Dallas - 2 acres
A quaint park designed for nature lovers and picnickers. Large mesquite trees surround the area and make it a wonderful place to relax.

Escandon Park

2021 S. 19th St. - 5 acres
A neighborhood park that features a play center, sand volleyball court, picnic tables, and barbecue grills. A perfect place for a family gathering.

Fireman's Park

201 N. 1st St. - 3 acres
A park complete with a barbecue pavilion capable of serving 250 people. The pavilion features a refrigerator, indoor grill, restrooms, and can be rented through the Parks & Recreation Department. The park also has a playground area and sand volleyball court.

Frontage Park

1901 Oakland - 1 acre A small park that features a basketball court and a variety of playground equipment including swings and seesaws.

Garza Park

2601 Lark - 5 acres
This park provides something for the entire family to enjoy. A tot play area and one of the higher slides in this area are available for the kids, while a sand volleyball court, a large sports area, and a jogging and exercise trail offer the adults plenty to do.

Hackberry Park

417 Hackberry - 2.5 acres
An exciting neighborhood park that offers a tennis court and playground equipment. Picnickers will enjoy the many tables and barbecue grills that are available.

Las Palmas Park

2500 Quince - 11 acres
A park that is also the home of the McAllen Senior Citizens' Center and Adult Learning Center. Two junior soccer fields, a sand volleyball court, as well as a jogging and exercise trail are also available.

La Vista Park

100 La Vista - 7 acres
A park that features play equipment, a jogging and exercise trail, picnic tables, barbecue grills, sand volleyball, and plenty of open space for sports. A private barbecue pavilion capable of accommodating 250 people can be rented through the Parks and Recreation Department.

Lions Park

1201 North 12th Street - 2 acres
This small park is nestled in the heart of McAllen. Used mainly by Scout groups for meetings and activities, future grants will transform the area into a neighborhood park.

Municipal Park

1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd. - 27 acres
A large park that plays host to many City events. The sports enthusiast will enjoy the Stutzenbecker Baseball Fields, soccer fields, and Municipal Swimming Pool. Children will love all of the different playground equipment available. And don't forget about the many picnic tables and barbecue grills.

Palm City Park

2601 S. 22nd Street - 5 acres
A beautiful neighborhood park surrounded by mesquite trees. Play equipment and picnic tables make it a wonderful place to relax.

Palm View Park

3411 Jordan
Located adjacent to Palm View Community Center and other local subdivisions, this area is in the Master Planning phase for a future community park.

Retama Village Park

2500 Laurel - 3 acres
A park designed for the active. Kids will love the playground equipment. And the athlete will enjoy the basketball court and jogging and exercise trail. Picnic tables are also available for family outings.

Robin Park

Schupp Park

1300 Zinnia - 19 acres
Named after long time City Manager Bill Schupp, this park is perfect for all. Children can play on the many swings, slides, and merry-go-rounds. Those that enjoy exercise will love the fitness trail. And finally, picnic areas tie it all together to make it a wonderful place for a family gathering.

Springfest Park

3501 South 23rd Street - 38 acres
This site plays host to a number of special events as well as McAllen's Winter Polo League in January through March.

Suarez Park

409 S. 27th Street - 3 acres
A neighborhood park dedicated to police officer Rosalyn Suarez. The park was specifically designed with playground equipment for the disabled individual. Picnic tables and plenty of open play areas are also available.

Western Park

110 N. 16th Street - .25 acre
A quaint park with a western flavor that features playground equipment. Small yet a wonderful spot to relax.

Westside Park

1000 S. Ware Road - 37 acres
A park featuring a softball complex, playground equipment, picnic areas, and four barbecue pavilions. The pavilions can be rented through the Parks & Recreation Department. The Westside Softball Complex can also be rented for ASA-sanctioned tournaments.